MEP Construction Manager – Data Centre

MEP Construction Manager – Data Centre We are seeking an experienced MEP Construction Manager to lead MEP construction delivery on a data centre project in Kuwait. Reporting to the Project Director, you will oversee mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and controls installations through to mechanical completion and handover to the commissioning team. You will lead site teams and subcontractors, coordinate construction interfaces, and drive safe delivery against quality, programme and budget requirements. Key responsibilities Plan and lead MEP installations in line with energisation and commissioning milestones. Oversee critical electrical infrastructure, including MV/LV distribution, transformers, generators, UPS, busway and PDUs. Manage installation of cooling systems, ventilation, plumbing, fire protection, BMS and EPMS. Lead BIM coordination, review construction and shop drawings, and resolve interfaces with civil, structural and architectural works. Manage subcontractor performance, resource planning and recovery plans. Enforce safety and quality requirements, oversee inspections, and close technical issues and defects. Ensure complete Level 1 and Level 2 records and documentation for handover to commissioning. Coordinate authority approvals and inspections, including MEW and Kuwait Fire Force requirements. Monitor progress, costs, variations and risks, reporting regularly to the Project Director. Qualifications and experience Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. At least 15 years of MEP construction experience, including 5 years as an MEP Construction Manager or equivalent. Delivery of at least two data centre or mission-critical projects through to mechanical completion. GCC project experience required; Kuwait experience and familiarity with MEW and Kuwait Fire Force processes preferred. Strong knowledge of critical power, cooling, fire protection and controls systems. Experience with BIM coordination, installation sequencing and commissioning readiness. Working knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier III requirements, IEC and BS standards, and NFPA and ASHRAE guidance. Strong site leadership and communication skills, with experience coordinating consultants, subcontractors, specialist vendors and multinational teams. Fluent English; Arabic is an advantage. Show more Show less